CDIC understands the importance of public awareness in protecting depositors from loss and in strengthening confidence in the financial system. That’s why we reach out to the public across many platforms to keep Canadians informed about how CDIC protects their savings.
Current awareness level among Canadians
All
Men
Women
| All | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age 18-34 | 49% | 59% | 37% |
| Age 35-49 | 56% | 65% | 47% |
| Age 50-64 | 68% | 79% | 59% |
| Age 65+ | 74% | 83% | 67% |
| All | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic | 61% | 70% | 52% |
| Quebec | 52% | 61% | 43% |
| Ontario | 66% | 76% | 56% |
| Prairies | 60% | 66% | 54% |
| Alberta | 64% | 73% | 55% |
| British Columbia | 64% | 74% | 54% |
| All | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 64% | 74% | 55% |
| French | 52% | 61% | 43% |
76% agree
When I put my money in a Canadian bank, I’m confident my money is safe.
84% do not agree
I am worried about the safety of my savings.
89% same/more
Compared to 6 months ago, how would you rate your confidence in the financial health of Canada’s banks.
86% confident
If my bank went out of business, I trust that the Government of Canada will make sure that I don’t lose any of the money in my savings/chequing accounts and GICs.
* data as of September 2021